(Natural News) Back in 2015, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that around 1.3 percent of American adults – about 3 million people – were living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). That number had increased by a whopping 30 percent, from 2 million people, just six years earlier. A recent study by […]

(Natural News) It can be difficult to maintain your fitness if you have a busy work schedule, but once you get the hang of it, your day may not be complete without working out. But if you become so busy that you’re not getting enough sleep, is it best to push through with working out or should […]

(Natural News) Approximately 30 percent of the American population – or around 100 million Americans – suffer from nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition in which fat builds up in the liver. In some cases, this condition can lead to liver cirrhosis (scarring) or even liver cancer. Fortunately, people with NAFLD can reduce their […]

(Natural News) Qigong is an ancient form of exercise and healing art that relies on movement, breathing, and meditation. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), qigong is used to cultivate qi (life-giving energy), improve health and fitness, and induce natural healing. Several studies have reported that qigong can also influence the expression of genes in different cells. […]

(Natural News) Uric acid is a chemical that your body produces when it metabolizes a naturally occurring substance called purine. Purines can be obtained from your diet and are also produced by your body. Uric acid dissolves in the blood, travels to the kidneys, and is excreted in urine. If your body produces large amounts of uric acid or […]

(Natural News) Senior citizens may prolong their lives by walking or riding a bike every day. Researchers from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine found that older adults with high physical fitness levels were more likely to live past 80. This was regardless of whether they have any cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, such as high […]

(Natural News) When it comes to losing weight, discipline and self-control are important to achieve your weight loss goals. Unfortunately, many people tend to eat more than they should after working out at the gym, and then wonder or even complain why they don’t see any changes in their bodies. Researchers at Loughborough University in the […]

(Natural News) Cannabis has recently experienced an image turnaround that would make a Hollywood starlet envious. For decades, anyone using marijuana in any form was viewed as a lazy stoner, but as state after state has legislated its use either for recreational or medicinal purposes, cannabis has gone from being the bad boy on the […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the U.S. and China recently revealed that any type of physical activity could reduce overall death risk. The study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, found that even 10 minutes of moderate, leisurely activities – like walking and gardening – can reduce the risk of all-cause death. This correlation increased more for […]

(Natural News) Managing diabetes is already difficult, but unbeknownst to many, it also increases the risk of other diseases. Diabetes and some of its treatments can weaken the bones and increase the possibility of fractures. Without proper control, diabetics may develop osteoporosis. People with osteoporosis lose bone density, making them more likely to sustain fractures. When bones […]